Unigloves Red Pearl Nitrile Gloves, Red, Powder-free, Size M, GP0063

In hardly any other colour system is red as clearly associated with indicating exceptions as it is here: stop, caution, special case. It is precisely this signalling effect that the Unigloves Red Pearl nitrile gloves bring to the colour of the gloves in the workplace, for example to visually distinguish a non-standard process step, an allergen area or a cleaning validation from the other colours in the Pearl range. These powder-free, latex-free gloves, made from fully dipped nitrile, come in a vibrant red, with textured fingertips for a secure grip and a rolled cuff that makes them easier to slip on. They are sold in a box of 1,000, divided into 10 boxes of 100 each, in five sizes from XS to XL.

Latex-free, thiuram-free and protein-free

As gloves made entirely from nitrile, the Red Pearl gloves are completely latex-free and, according to the manufacturer, are also thiuram-free and protein-free. This makes them a suitable choice for staff who need to take into account allergies to natural latex or sensitisation to vulcanisation accelerators (thiurams). According to the data sheet, the palm has a thickness of 0.08 ± 0.03 mm, measured as a single layer in the centre of the palm; the data sheet does not provide separate figures for the fingertips and cuff. The median tear strength is at least 6.0 N both before and after artificial ageing.

Red as a signal colour: colour coding for exceptions and special processes

In many colour-coding systems used in the food and laboratory sectors, red is the colour that attracts attention most quickly, for example, for production lines handling allergens, for cleaning stages with particularly high hygiene requirements, or for areas where an error would be particularly costly. Because red stands out clearly from the other Pearl colours, Red Pearl is well suited in a multi-colour colour-coding system as a ‘special colour’ that deliberately catches the eye and reminds staff at a glance that different rules apply in this area compared with the standard colour-coding used in other stations.

Chemical protection in accordance with EN 374, Category III, Type C

Red Pearl is certified as a chemical-resistant glove in accordance with EN ISO 374-1, Category III, Type C, and also provides protection against viruses, fungi and bacteria in accordance with EN ISO 374-5. A permeation level of 6 was determined for 40 per cent sodium hydroxide solution in accordance with EN 374-4, with a degradation rate of minus 5.3 per cent. For other chemicals, the manufacturer’s product-specific chemical resistance table applies, as only this one test chemical with numerical values is listed in the data sheet.

Certified to EN 455 and PPE Category III

Red Pearl complies with EN 455 (Parts 1 to 4) for medical single-use gloves and is manufactured under a quality management system certified to DIN EN ISO 13485:2021. The type examination was carried out in accordance with Module B and Module C2 of the PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425 by the notified body CCQS (No. 2834); this combination of modules is intended exclusively for the highest PPE Category III. An AQL value of 1.5 applies in the 1,000 ml water-tightness test; furthermore, the glove is food-safe.

Choosing the right size

The manufacturer also assigns a numerical glove size to each Red Pearl ready-to-wear size, ranging from 5 to 6 for XS to 9 to 10 for XL, as confirmed directly in the product’s own data sheet. The width measurements for each size correspond exactly to those of Black Pearl, indicating that both colours are manufactured using the same basic pattern.

Red in the twelve-piece Pearl range

Red Pearl is one of twelve colours in the Unigloves Pearl range available from LT Laborhandel. As a signal colour, red complements the other warm shades in the range, the lighter Pink Pearl and the vibrant Magenta Pearl, which are more suited to the standard colour code than to exceptional cases. Anyone looking for a dark contrasting colour for cleanliness checks will find it in Black Pearl, which has the same dimensions as Red Pearl. All colours share the same basic construction of fully dipped nitrile with textured fingertips and a rolled cuff.

Use, storage and disposal

The data sheet provides no information on storage conditions or shelf life; therefore, no figures are given here either. Regarding handling, the manufacturer states that this is a non-sterile, single-use glove that can be worn on either hand.

As a practical guideline from everyday laboratory practice, rather than a manufacturer’s specification: if red gloves are specifically reserved for special processes or allergen areas, it is advisable to change them at the latest upon leaving the respective area, regardless of the usual change interval, to prevent cross-contamination between normal and special processes. After use, the gloves are usually disposed of as operational waste; contaminated gloves are disposed of separately in accordance with internal regulations on hazardous substances.

Typical applications

The high-visibility effect of red makes Red Pearl ideal wherever an area or process step needs to be deliberately highlighted:

• Food processing involving allergen segregation or special cleaning steps, thanks to food-grade certification
• Laboratories with a colour-coding system for critical or error-prone work steps
• Facilities using multiple Unigloves Pearl colours, where red is deliberately used as an ‘exception’ colour alongside the regular station colours
• Work involving 40 per cent sodium hydroxide solution and comparable chemicals within the scope of the tested EN 374 Category III

This means that, in a facility using multiple colours, it is immediately apparent at a glance who is currently working with red and is therefore deliberately deviating from the standard colour code, for example, during a special cleaning procedure or when handling an allergen.

Assessing requirements correctly: from the carton to the specific task

The box containing 1,000 gloves is divided into 10 boxes of 100 each, so that individual boxes can be made available independently of one another at different workstations. If red is reserved exclusively for special tasks rather than for day-to-day operations, for example, with an assumed consumption of just 5 gloves per day on selected special days, one box of 100 covers around 20 uses, whilst a whole carton covers 200 uses. If, on the other hand, red is used continuously as the ward colour at a rate of 10 gloves per workstation per day, one box will last for around two working weeks, and a full carton for around 20 working weeks. Sales are exclusively by the whole carton; a single box of 100 cannot be selected separately during the ordering process.

Frequently asked questions about the 1,000-piece carton

Why is red particularly suitable for identifying exceptions?
In many colour-coding systems, red is the most striking colour and is therefore often reserved for special processes, allergen areas or particularly critical work steps, whilst more neutral colours indicate regular operations.

Is Red Pearl latex-free and suitable for people with allergies?
Yes. The glove is made entirely of nitrile and, according to the manufacturer, is latex-free, thiuram-free and protein-free.

How resistant is the glove to chemicals?
The data sheet lists a test chemical with numerical values: 40 per cent caustic soda with a permeation level of 6 and a degradation rate of minus 5.3 per cent. The data sheet does not specify a breakthrough time in minutes, only the permeation level.

Is it true that Red Pearl has the same dimensions as Black Pearl?
Yes, according to the respective data sheets, the width measurements per size are identical for both colours, indicating the same basic shape. The palm thickness, however, differs slightly (Red 0.08 mm, Black min. 0.05 mm).

How do I find the right size?
Either by the numerical glove size (XS 5-6 to XL 9-10) or by the width in millimetres; see the size chart above.

Can I order quantities smaller than a 1,000-piece carton?
No, the sales unit is the carton of 1,000 pieces, divided into 10 boxes of 100 pieces each.

Technical details

Scope of delivery

• 1 carton = 10 boxes of 100 pieces each = 1,000 Unigloves Red Pearl nitrile gloves (size as per variant selection)

Individual requirements and procurement service

Do you require a different size, a different colour from the Unigloves Pearl range, or larger purchase quantities for your business? Our procurement service will be happy to assist you in making the right choice.